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Man Utd and Arsenal are competing with Bayern Munich for the signature of Hertha Berlin midfielder Kenneth Eichhorn, according to Bild reporter Christian Falk.
Writing in a column for his website CF Bayern Insider, Falk said that the 16-year-old is a summer target for all three teams, but the player will demand regular first-team football:
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“Both Manchester United and Arsenal have Kennet Eichhorn on their lists for the summer. Bayern Munich are aware of this. They called the agents and informed them that the club really want him. However, the teenager’s position could also be a problem in this case. Eichhorn also wants playing time and is talking with his family about what the future could bring for him.”
“He’s injured at the moment, so he does have time for this and to think things through. A step in the Premier League could be interesting for him if clubs offer him enough playing time.”
What do fans need to know about Eichhorn?
The teenager is a product of Hertha Berlin’s academy, and he made his senior debut back in August, coming on as a substitute during a 0-0 draw against Karlsruhe.
Eichhorn has started 12 games since then, having scored his first goal in the DFB-Pokal against Kaiserlautern in early December. He is a holding midfielder by trade.
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Man Utd can only secure a pre-agreement this summer
It should be pointed out that Eichhorn won’t actually be able to move to the UK before he turns 18 due to work permit rules.
That means the German Under-17 international would only officially make the switch to Old Trafford in the summer of 2027 if the Red Devils win the race for his services.
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